Our People


Wesley Frierson

Teacher, Child Development and Family Studies Center

Wesley Frierson brings joy and intention to every moment in the classroom. As a passionate preschool teacher at Mississippi State University's Child Development and Family Studies Center, he's spent the past five years creating an environment where young learners thrive through play, discovery, and connection.

Bailey Poindexter

Student Services Coordinator

Bailey Poindexter believes that education should be a doorway, not a barrier. With a deep commitment to policy, accessibility, and student support, she focuses on ensuring that all students have the resources they need to thrive.

Dr. Carley Morrison

Associate Professor in Agricultural Education, Leadership and Communications

For Dr. Carley Calico Morrison, education isn't just her career - it's her passion. With a background deeply rooted in agricultural education, she has dedicated her life to preparing students for leadership roles in agriculture and community engagement. But beyond her research and teaching, Morrison has found something even more meaningful at Mississippi State University - a place to call home